To be happy, is simply to go with the flow.

I agree that it is true that to be happy is simply to go with the flow you mentioned. But as well, it is to say than doing it. Every person have their temper, it is hardly impossible for every person to learn to accept things and be thankful will they did some mistakes in their life. It is the hardest part to accept your mistakes and correct it which takes a lots of times. Being unhappy done nothing in life. But it does left some memories and giving yourself enjoy them when you are old. Even though unhappy for life isn't good, but people couldn't help but the feeling does it's job itself. That is why, we human couldn't possibly accept anything when your feeling isn't the way you want to be.

yes, Agree 110% and more than 360 degrees turn, lol. Life is just like a wheel as they say, there are ups and downs. Life is beautiful. When I have problems I will just condition myself the "Life is beautiful".. Life is beautiful Life is beautiful. Yes acceptance is the key. Be happy with what you have and stop comparing yourself to others for it will make you greater or lesser than the other. I took it from one of my favorite poems... Desiderata... by Max Ehrmann go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexations to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble, it's a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment, it is as perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy. http://www.sfheart.com/desiderata.html

Hi there! As they say, happiness is a choice! We can choose to be happy by doing what you have stated there, but sometimes, its kinda difficult to be happy even if want to. Because there are a lot of things happening around us that sometimes makes us really upset and ruined the happiness in our lives. But all those are part of our lives to make us even stronger and even happier when we finally get through it.

It is like "mind over matter thing". If you see things positively, then your disposition in life will also be positive

Sometimes... you have to go against the flow to be happy though (what I mean here is with peers). With life its a little different though too. Yup, you are right you need to accept and be contented at the moment on what you have or else you'll panting and fainting about the things others get and you don't. I remember a chat with a friend about "covetousness", we said we are thankful we are not covetous people or else will be in debt and have no friends. It's always good to be in good terms with others.

I have just one question "Be Content & Happy" or "Strive to achieve more"?

I believe that statement is so true. We have to look at negative things that happen to us as blessings in disguise. We have to keep a positive attitude and good things will happen to use. This thinking coincides with "the secret" and I believe in those teachings more than anything else. If we want to be happy, we just simply have to make the decision to "be happy!"